Ademola Lookman: The Stone Leicester City Rejected

It's no longer news that Nigerian Attacker and Atalanta Star Ademola Olajade Lookman has been voted the Best Player in Africa for the very first time following his impressive displays for both club and country. 

Lookman who was born in England plays for the Nigerian National team. He has impressed at the Bergamo club in the last two years from his move from English Premier League side, Leicester City. Lookman made 26 appearances for the English outfit before his transfer to Italy. Under Manager Gian Piero Giasperini, Ademola Lookman found his feet following his permanent transfer.

Ademola became the first Atalanta player to be nominated for the annual Ballon Dor shortlist following his impressive hatrick in the final of the Europa League. While Lookman could not find his feet while plying his trade with Leicester City, he has found love again with football with his attacking creativity at the Bergamo stadium where he churns out impressive performances' week in, week out. 

We wish the current Player of the Year a very fruitful 2024 and 2025...... Salute!